According to Brookings Institution’s report, the 300 largest metropolitan areas accounted for nearly half of the world’s total GDP. Regarding economic performance, global cities play their role as the industry’s hot spots. They’re getting more and more attention recently, as we now have more fine-grained data at the city level, while each city shows very distinctive characteristics, even within a country. For example, New York, London, Paris, Shanghai, and many others can be considered global cities. The notion of a “global city” refers to a large city that is socially and economically connected to other cities abroad. Global city and international connectivity A recognized expert on connectivity, innovation and networks, Ju Hwansung is an assistant professor of International Business and Strategy at EMLV. Ju Hwansung details his research on “global cities”, a hot topic in the business environment. In a short video published by FNEGE Medias, Prof. From Asia to the rest of the world, huge metropolises dominate the competitive landscape and operate as hotspots in the world economy. Exchange programmes – Exchange programme for students from partners universitiesĪt international and regional levels, global cities are becoming more and more significant.Master in Management – 2 year “Grande Ecole” Programme, EFMD Master, AACSB & RNCP accredited.

What are 'global' world cities?